2009: HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA AND HONG KONG (IAEB)

13 days incl. air, or 12 days from Beijing to Hong Kong

Incredible beauty and fascinating culture await you on this independent China and Hong Kong vacation. Your trip begins in Beijing, China's capital, with a guided sightseeing tour and a visit to the Great Wall of China. Free time gives you the opportunity to explore the city's ancient alleys (hutongs), people-watch in bustling Tian'anmen Square, and visit the Temple of Heaven. Next stop: Xi'an in central China, home of the impressive legion of Terracotta Warriors. A guided sightseeing tour shows you this amazing site where the Terracotta Warriors guarded China's first Emperor's tomb for 2,000 years. In Guilin, a cruise on the peaceful Li River transports you to a simpler time and place. In Shanghai, China's most populous city, learn about ancient Chinese art at the Shanghai Museum and stroll along the Bund. There's ample leisure time for shopping, a spectacular acrobatic show, or for a panoramic view of Shanghai's skyline from the top of the Oriental Pearl TV Tower. Finally, travel to the beautiful harbor city of Hong Kong. Enjoy a cable car ride up Victoria Peak and a Sampan ride on the harbor. In your free time, consider a day trip to Macau, an evening harbor cruise, or a visit to Kowloon. This Highlights of China and Hong Kong vacation gives you the opportunity to experience China's past and bustling present.

HOTELS
Beijing: Traders Hotel, Located in the heart of Beijing's diplomatic and business district. Connected to the China World Trade Center and shopping mall, and within easy access to major attractions.

Xi'an: Grand Mercure on Renmin Square, Located on the grounds of Renmin Square in old Xi'an, the hotel offers 202 comfortable and well-appointed guestrooms, a restaurant, and bar.

Guilin: Sheraton Guilin, Ideally located along the enchanting Li River in the heart of Guilin. The hotel is only a short walk to the night market and the main pedestrian mall.

Shanghai: Sofitel Hyland Shanghai, Centrally located on the famous Nanjing Road. Within walking distance of major tourist attractions, shops, and restaurants.

Hong Kong: Holiday Inn Golden Mile, Located in the heart of Kowloon's bustling entertainment district of Tsim Sha Tsui and within the main shopping area of Kowloon. The hotel is a short walk to the underground transit railway, giving you easy access to Hong Kong.

Details

Tour Operator

Monograms

Duration

13 Days

Escorted

Escorted - No

Itinerary

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Board your overnight transpacific flight	Board your overnight transpacific flight.
Day 2	Beijing, China	Arrive in Beijing. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
Day 3	Beijing	Guided sightseeing; visit the Great Wall. (B)
Day 4	Beijing	Full day at leisure. (B)
Day 5	Beijing-Xi'An	Fly to Xi'an. (B)
Day 6	Xi'An-Guilin	Guided sightseeing; visit the Terracotta Warriors; fly to Guilin. (B)
Day 7	Guilin	Guided sightseeing; Li River cruise. (B)
Day 8	Guilin-Shanghai	Fly to Shanghai. (B)
Day 9	Shanghai	Guided sightseeing; stroll along the Bund; visit the Shanghai Museum. (B)
Day 10	SHANGHAI-HONG KONG	Fly to Hong Kong; remainder of the day is at leisure. (B)
Day 11	Hong Kong	Guided morning sightseeing; cable car ride up Victoria Peak; sampan ride on harbor; visit Stanley Market. (B)
Day 12	Hong Kong	Full day at leisure. (B)
Day 13	Hong Kong	Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)

Dates/Pricing

Disclaimer

US$ Price Details

Single Room Supplement:
$1,307.

Triple rooms are not available.

Extra nights per person in Beijing:
Jan.-Feb., Dec. in single room $179; in twin room $100.
Mar.-Jun. Sep.-Nov. in single room $218; in twin room $120.
Jul.-Aug. in single room $195; in twin room $108.

Extra nights per person in Hong Kong:
Jan.-Mar., May - 4. Aug, Dec. in single room $208; in twin room $126.
1 Apr.- 13 Apr., 5 Aug.- 15 Sep., 1 Oct.- 8 Oct., 19 Nov.- 30 Nov. in single room $267; in twin room $156.
14 Apr.- 30 Apr., 16 Sep.- 30 Sep., 9 Oct. - 18 Nov. in single room $361; in twin room $202.

2010 prices and itineraries subject to change. Details will be available in August 2009.

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Additional Information:
-Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of booking.
-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.

Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.

Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.

Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.